Kimble County Civil Court Records

Kimble County civil court records are kept at the courthouse in Junction, Texas. The County Clerk and District Clerk both maintain records there for their respective courts. This page covers the office locations, phone numbers, how to search Kimble County civil court records online and in person, and what fees apply to copies and filings.

Kimble County Clerk and District Clerk

Jamie C. Dobbs serves as the Kimble County Clerk. The office is at 501 Main Street in Junction. The County Clerk handles county court civil records, probate filings, misdemeanor records, real property documents, marriage licenses, and assumed name certificates. TexasFile provides online access to Kimble County records from 1986 onward at texasfile.com/kimble-county-clerk. Free registration is required.

The District Clerk's office is in the same building. Kimble County is served by the 198th Judicial District, which covers Kimble, Kerr, Bandera, and Gillespie Counties. The 198th District Court judge serves all four counties, rotating among their courthouses. District court civil records, family law cases, and felony criminal cases are all kept at the District Clerk's office in Junction for Kimble County.

Civil Cases in Kimble County

Civil cases filed in Kimble County go through either the county court or the 198th District Court, depending on the amount in controversy and the type of case. Smaller civil disputes and probate matters are handled at the county court level. Larger civil suits, divorce and custody cases, and felony proceedings go to the district court.

Probate cases are among the most common civil filings in rural counties like Kimble. When a property owner dies, their estate often goes through the county probate court to transfer title and settle debts. If there is a valid will, the executor files for letters testamentary. If there is no will, the estate goes through a court-supervised administration. All probate records are kept by the County Clerk and are open to the public.

Family law cases including divorce, custody, and child support are filed in the 198th District Court. Because the district court serves four counties, hearings may be scheduled on particular days when the judge is in Kimble County. The clerk's office can tell you which days the court holds sessions in Junction. Texas civil procedure rules apply to all civil cases here. You can find statutes and court rules at statutes.capitol.texas.gov.

Searching Kimble County Civil Court Records

The statewide re:SearchTX portal is a free way to look up Kimble County civil court records online. Search by party name or cause number. The portal shows case dockets and basic case information. Small county coverage may be limited, but it is always worth checking before you call the courthouse.

TexasFile has county clerk records for Kimble County from 1986 forward. A free account is required. Visit texasfile.com/kimble-county-clerk to search. This is useful for property records, recorded instruments, and official documents filed with the County Clerk rather than court cases.

In-person searches are done at the courthouse at 501 Main Street in Junction. Call ahead at (325) 446-3353 to confirm staff availability. Bring a party name or case number. Plain copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies are $5.00 plus $1.00 per page. Mail requests go to 501 Main Street, Junction, TX 76849.

Electronic filing for district court cases is handled through eFileTexas. Use this platform to submit filings in the 198th District Court in Kimble County.

Filing Fees and Legal Help in Kimble County

Filing fees in Kimble County follow the Texas statutory schedule. District court civil filings generally run $200 to $350 depending on case type and local surcharges. County court civil filings cost less. Recording fees are $26.00 for the first page and $4.00 for each additional page. Certified copies are $5.00 plus $1.00 per page. Always call (325) 446-3353 to confirm current fees before you file.

If you cannot pay court costs, Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145 allows you to file a Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs. The court reviews it and may waive fees. Forms are available at the courthouse or at txcourts.gov.

For legal help in Kimble County, TexasLawHelp.org provides free guides and forms. The State Bar of Texas offers a lawyer referral service at (800) 252-9690. Attorneys in Kerrville and San Angelo commonly handle civil matters for Hill Country counties including Kimble.

Note: Most civil court records in Kimble County are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Sealed records and juvenile files are exceptions and require a court order to access.

Nearby Counties

Kimble County is in the Texas Hill Country. These neighboring counties share the 198th Judicial District or border Kimble County.